Red Pacu

Red Pacu

The Red Pacu, also known as the Red Belly Pacu, is a fast-growing South American fish with a rounded silver body and reddish-orange coloring along its belly. Although juveniles resemble piranhas, pacu are primarily plant-eating omnivores. They do best with similarly sized tankmates, as smaller fish may be eaten. Their impressive adult size requires a permanent oversized aquarium or heated indoor pond with plenty of swimming space and powerful filtration.

Max Size: Up to 30 inches
Minimum Aquarium Size: 500 gallons for an adult, with a larger footprint or heated indoor pond strongly preferred
Diet: Omnivore, primarily plant-based. Offer quality pellets supplemented with vegetables and occasional fruit.